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Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 112 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Gilbert, Arizona

Krav Maga school Free intro Certified Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fitness & conditioning

Certified school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized Krav Maga certifying organization (think Krav Maga Worldwide, IKMF, KMG or Krav Maga Alliance). If certification matters to you, ask which organization they're certified through and what certification level their instructors hold.

Training center with classes in Israeli military–style self-defense, taekwondo & karate.

Plan your first class

  • Free intro class most schools welcome newcomers with a free intro or trial class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens (ages 4–13) — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule graciegilbertbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 480-782-5425

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 5:30–6:30 am, 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 5:30–6:30 am, 4–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Krav Maga classes on the schedule at Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 14 mentions

“They make it fun for the kids and class sizes are better than the other two martial arts places we tried in the Chandler area.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Since it was my first time he stay with me a few minutes after class and gave me some one on one time.”

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🎖️ Law Enforcement & Military

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“We have been working with Quan for almost 2 years doing private lessons for BJJ and Muay Thai and Quan has been incredible with his vast experience and knowledge.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Not only does he teach the kids self-defense, but he also teaches them respect, and great morals, all while making it fun.”

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Other martial arts here

Krav Maga schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 5 mentions

“We have been working with Quan for almost 2 years doing private lessons for BJJ and Muay Thai and Quan has been incredible with his vast experience and knowledge.”

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🥊 Muay Thai

“We have been working with Quan for almost 2 years doing private lessons for BJJ and Muay Thai and Quan has been incredible with his vast experience and knowledge.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, or firearms defense alongside your Krav Maga, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 112 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 4 mentions

“In addition to great instructors the facilities are very nice and well maintained.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“I bring my students here for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Quan Phu, and I couldn't be happier with the training, quality of equipment, and welcoming environment.”

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 10 mentions

“I bring my students here for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Quan Phu, and I couldn't be happier with the training, quality of equipment, and welcoming environment.”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 4 mentions

“She walks into a room with confidence and now knows she has the strength and skill to take on any situation.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“We joined late last year and my son absolutely loves his classes (7-13 year old) taught by Professor Quan.”

🤲 patient, hands-on coaching 5 mentions

“Their attentiveness and patience have increased my son's confidence as well as his physical abilities.”

From the reviews

Our 14 year old daughter started taking classes here a year ago. I cannot speak highly enough about the the instructors and what they have done for our daughter. She walks into a room with confidence and now knows she has the strength and skill to take on any situation.

★★★★★ — Candace, Jan 2016

My 5 year old son has been attending classes for several months now and watching him improve on a weekly basis has been amazing. All of the instructors are top-notch. Their attentiveness and patience have increased my son's confidence as well as his physical abilities.

★★★★★ — Jason, Mar 2016

I stopped in for a Saturday morning Krav Maga class and had a great time. The instructor Joe was extremely thorough in making sure ever student was probably attended and had the correct technique. Since it was my first time he stay with me a few minutes after class and gave me some one on one time.

★★★★★ — Rob, Aug 2015

Not just another belt factory! Krav Maga is a well rounded martial art that captures functional aspects of various disciplines. Coach Joe is a no-nonsense, yet fun, instructor. Isaiah is no slouch and is always patient.

★★★★★ — Ulzana, May 2018

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu

Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a self-defense class, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or athletic to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build the fundamentals (stance, movement, and core self-defense techniques) over weeks, and controlled pressure-testing eases in gradually so every drill stays safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or Level 1 class time so your first session is alongside others who are also just starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first Krav Maga class at Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu

Nervous about walking into a Krav Maga school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling a few core techniques with a partner — controlled and at your own pace, not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move in — there's no uniform or special gear you need to buy to get started. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — most schools have everything else you'll need for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call what to bring. Pressure-testing eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid — you won't be sparring hard on day one. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Krav Maga is a contact activity. Ease in, train at your own pace, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu

2531 S Gilbert Rd #111, Gilbert, AZ85295

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